Radha and Krishna
1768
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1768
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Radha and Krishna is a 1768 paint by Unknown, a Rococo painting work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting depicts a romantic scene of two figures, Radha and Krishna, standing together in a lush outdoor setting. The woman, Radha, is dressed in a red and green striped dress, while Krishna wears a yellow robe. They are surrounded by trees, a body of water, and a blue sky with clouds. The painting's use of color and composition creates a sense of intimacy and warmth, drawing the viewer into the scene. The artist's skillful use of light and shadow adds depth and dimension to the image. For more information on this style of painting, explore the Romanticism movement.
The painting depicts Radha and Krishna standing together on a lotus positioned on a terrace with red and green checkerboard patterns. Krishna, rendered in blue, is crowned, dressed in a gold brocade jacket and yellow trousers, and holds a flute in his left hand while embracing Radha with his right arm. Radha wears a yellow choli, a red sari, and a red and green striped skirt, with two white cows to their right. Behind them lies a flat landscape of a river and low-lying fields, while celestial beings in gold shower flowers from the sky.
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